The municipal park of Balangero houses a magnificent Art Nouveau palace designed by Giuseppe Copperi surrounded by greenery, offering a perfect combination of historical elegance and natural beauty.
Site overview
A magnificent Art Nouveau masterpiece by Giuseppe Copperi framed by greenery, where architectural elegance meets nature and history. The beautiful park hosts the town hall building, a magnificent example of Art Nouveau built by Giuseppe Copperi, who gives his name to the street of the same name, and the Baroque parish church of San Giacomo that dominates the village.
How to visit the site
Viale Cavaliere Giuseppe Copperi 14, Balangero (TO)
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